Kilkenny man recognised as 'Hero of the Year'

Jamie Blanche, Ballykillaboy has been recognised as a 'Hero of the Year' at the recent National Lottery Good Causes Awards.

This special award acknowledges outstanding work done by an individual within an organisation. Jamie is the longest serving volunteer within Waterford Marine Search & Rescue, which is in its 13th year of operation.

Waterford Marine Search & Rescue also had reason to celebrate, being nominated as the overall winner in the community category.